AICL, AEA COLLABORATION BIRTHS MAIDEN ABUJA YOUTH TALENT HUNT.
By: Emmanuel Tortiv
In a historic arrangement, the Federal Capital Territory Administration’s (FCTA) Abuja Investment Company Limited (AICL) and Abuja Enterprise Agency (AEA), on Wednesday, officially unveiled the Maiden Edition of the Abuja Youth Talent Hunt at the AEA’s Entrepreneurial Complex at Jahi, Abuja.
Speaking in his welcome address, AEA’s Acting MD/CEO, Dr. Chudi Ugwuada-Ezirigwe, highlighted the importance of youth entrepreneurship in driving sustainable economic growth. “Youth entrepreneurship is vital for economic development, fostering innovation, and creating jobs,” he said, charging participants to seize the platform as a springboard to greater opportunities.
Dr. Ugwuada-Ezirigwe said the event was a groundbreaking initiative designed to nurture innovation, explore the immense potential of young entrepreneurs, and spotlight exceptional talents across key sectors of the economy.
He urged participants to embrace the training, mentorship, and the process with seriousness and passion, adding that “Your success in this competition will reflect your creativity, determination, and readiness to shape the future.”
Highlighting the vision behind the project, the Group Managing Director/CEO of Abuja Investments Company Limited, Amb. Maureen Tamuno stated: “The Abuja Youth Talent Hunt was designed to promote innovation, encourage proper business planning, and uncover unique talents among our vibrant youths. This is more than a competition; it is a catalyst for future champions in entrepreneurship.”
She further announced the upcoming Abuja Business and Investments Summit in October, where the most promising business plans from the competition will be showcased to a network of investors.
Amb. Tamuno expressed her appreciation to the Abuja Enterprise Agency (AEA) for the partnership and reaffirmed AICL’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of business leaders.
Both CEOs extended their gratitude to the FCT Administration, under the leadership of the Hon. Minister, His Excellency, Barr. Nyesom Wike, and the Hon. Minister of State, Dr. Mariya Mahmoud, for their steadfast support in advancing MSMEs through robust infrastructural development across the Territory.
The event brought together government officials, investors, young entrepreneurs, and innovators.
Sponsored by AICL with technical support from AEA, the investment and entrepreneurship drivers in the FCT, the competition focuses on three high-impact sectors: Technology, Agriculture, and the Creative Industry.
